Procurement Category Manager (Automotive/OEM)

ZEEKR; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ZEEKR is seeking a Procurement Category Manager (Automotive/OEM) to own indirect services procurement across Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales and other business services. You will lead end-to-end sourcing processes, negotiate contracts and drive value with a diverse supplier base.

Strong commercial acumen and a track record in cost optimisation are essential. You will partner with internal stakeholders, ensuring governance and compliance while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifikationen

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Proven track record in end-to-end procurement and category management.
• Excellent commercial acumen with cost optimisation experience.
• Bilingual Mandarin and English is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Own and manage indirect services procurement categories (Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales).
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI) from scope to contract.
• Build relationships with suppliers and drive performance and value creation.
• Provide commercial guidance to internal stakeholders and drive procurement solutions.
• Drive cost optimisation across indirect spend categories and ensure governance.
• Oversee vehicle operations-related procurement and compliance as needed.

Kenntnisse

Stakeholder mgmt

Negotiation

Procurement strategy

Mandarin/English

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

Procurement Category Manager (Automotive/OEM)

About ZEEKR
ZEEKR is a premium electric vehicle brand under the Geely Group, dedicated to pioneering innovation in smart, sustainable mobility. As part of Geely’s ecosystem, ZEEKR embodies cutting-edge design, advanced technology, and user-centric electric mobility experiences.

About Geely:

A global leader in smart electric vehicles and automotive innovation.

Owns iconic brands including Geely Auto, ZEEKR, Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, and holds a 17% stake in Aston Martin.

Boasts $100B+ in assets and employs 140,000+ people worldwide.

Employs over 30,000 engineers and designers across R&D centers in China, Sweden, the UK, the U.S., and Germany.

Operates 4,000+ sales and service locations globally.

Recognized as a Fortune Global 500 company for 13 consecutive years.

Drives AI-powered automotive solutions supported by one of the industry’s largest cloud computing capacities (1.02 Exaflops/sec).

Through Geespace, has launched 20 satellites to enhance safe autonomous driving capabilities.

Employs world-class digitalisation and AI-driven manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Own and manage the Indirect Services procurement categories forbothGeelyandZeekr, including Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales and other business services.

Lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI), from requirement scoping through to supplier selection and contract negotiation.

Build and manage relationships with a diverse supplier base (e.g. agencies, vendors, service providers), ensuring performance, value, and continuous improvement.

Act as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, providing commercial advice and delivering effective procurement solutions.

Drive cost optimisation and value creation across indirect spend categories.

Establish and improve procurement processes, governance, and compliance standards

Support cross-functional projects and business initiatives from a procurement and commercial perspective.

Oversee vehicle operations including registration, insurance, servicing, maintenance, incident management, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure optimal usage and cost efficiency.

Manage vehicle asset lifecycle and reporting, including tracking, auditing, transfers, and final disposal or sale, ensuring compliance with financial, legal, and asset management requirements.

Operate as a hands-on, standalone role, combining strategic thinking with direct execution.

Undertake duties or contribute to projects that are related to the Company's business operations, including but not limited to providing leadership or support as reasonably required and consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing or a related discipline.

5-10 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, ideally across indirect services (e.g. marketing, IT, agencies, logistics, or business services).

Proven ability to lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), including supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation, and contract management.

Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated track record of delivering cost optimisation and value creation outcomes.

Experience operating in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and direct execution.

Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively across functions and support senior leadership.

Strong capability in managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines within a dynamic business environment.

Solid understanding of procurement governance, contracts, and compliance frameworks.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and ownership mindset.

Full working rights in Australia (visa sponsorship is not available).

Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English is a plus.